Cole Swanson is a renowned screenwriter and film director, distinguished for his exceptional storytelling abilities as well as his fruitful collaborations with prominent industry professionals. His critically acclaimed and HBO award-nominated short film, Baby, served as the catalyst for his flourishing and dynamic career. Moreover, Cole has leveraged his creative vision to craft visually striking work for esteemed organizations such as NIKE/Converse and Universal Music Group, while also providing narrative-driven commercial direction for Converse.
Cole's formal educational journey commenced in 2019 when he enrolled in New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production with a focus on writing and directing in 2023. This academic achievement marked the culmination of his formal education. In pursuit of artistic excellence, Cole was selected as a director at England's National Film and Television School, where he honed his craft of directing and working with actors.
Today, Cole continues to nurture a novel genre that he has dubbed "New Wave Black Naturalism," showcasing his innovative approach to storytelling and artistic expression.